This is one of my favorite recipes to bring to a pot luck - I double it, and it's usually one of the first things to go. People always rave about it and ask for the recipe, and when I give it to them they are shocked about the anchovies.
Texas Caesar Salad
2/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped shallots
2 anchovy fillets
2 garlic cloves
1 jalapeño chili, seeded, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup olive oil
8 cups bite-size pieces romaine lettuce (from 2 heads)
3 cups purchased salad croutons
1 large red bell pepper, diced
2 ears sweet white corn, kernels removed (or I've used canned white corn)
1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained, patted dry, thinly sliced
Additional freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Purée first 9 ingredients in processor until smooth. Gradually add olive oil and process until blended. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Combine romaine lettuce and next 4 ingredients in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Garnish with additional grated Parmesan.
I guess I should have posted this AFTER dinner, with pictures ;)
3 comments:
This sounds so delicious!! I am loving Ceasar salad right now, this twist on it sounds yummy! Thanks for sharing!
Have you ever tried it without the anchovies?
Nope, I've never made it without the anchovies - they make it a real caesar in my mind and even people who "hate" anchovies liked the salad before they knew the ingredients. BUT if you try it, let me know! I wonder if capers or something could be substituted...you would need something salty.
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